TWI384395B - Portable media player in folding form - Google Patents

Description

Portable media player in folding form

The present invention relates to a portable media playback device in the form of a flip cover.

Portable media playback devices such as MP3 (Moving Pictures Expert Group, MPEG-1, audio layer 3) playback devices, PDAs (Personal Digital Assistants), mobile phones, smart phones, and the like are usually Allows users to interact with and consume media content like music and video. Such playback devices are generally small, lightweight, and battery powered, giving the user a variety of flexibility to choose when and where to consume media content. As a result, portable media playback devices are widely accepted and used in a variety of environments, including very active environments or out-of-town environments for users, as well as in busy everyday life. For example: when a user on the beach wants to watch a favorite TV series. The portable media player can be placed in a pocket so that the user can listen to music while exercising or taking the subway home.

For most users, the portable media player has become an item of personal performance, so graphics and/or text are used to add customization or personalization of the playback device. Player manufacturers and after-sales service providers have developed a variety of applications, ethylene "encapsulation" and other accessories to meet the market opportunities presented by the trend of personalization. Current portable media playback devices are configured to have a display screen and have input devices under the screen. Some devices also use a touch screen to interact with the device.

This "prior art" is provided here to simply derive the "invention content" and "implementation method" below. This "Prior Art" is not intended to assist in determining the scope of the claimed subject matter, and is not intended to limit the implementation of the subject matter claimed, which is intended to address any or all of the disadvantages or problems described above.

The present invention discloses a portable media playback device in the form of a flap (ie, "clamshell") in which the flap is hingedly secured to the body portion of the playback device. The flap rotates about the hinge between an open position and a closed position. The open position exposes the display screen of the playback device and user controls. The closed position is covered with a screen and controls to keep it clean and protected from scratches or other damage when used or transported to the playback device (eg, when placed in a trouser or jacket pocket). The flap includes a set of secondary user controls on its outer surface such that the user can operate the playback device when the flap is in the closed position. The hinges are configured to provide sufficient frictional torque over their range of motion angles to allow the built-in display stand to support the weight of the body when the flap is opened, thus adjusting the display screen to a comfortable viewing angle. The flap further provides an additional surface area for the playback device to be personalized.

In many alternative examples, the flap includes a secondary display on the exterior surface. The secondary display can be used to display the operational status, such as the name or singer of the music being played on the playback device when the flap is closed. One or more primary user controls may also be placed on the inside of the flap such that the primary control item is located on the portion of the portable media playback device that is separated by the hinge. Numerous types of locking or latching mechanisms are also utilized herein, including a magnetic clasp for securing the flap in the closed position and providing the tactile feedback that the flap has been fully closed and locked to the user.

This "Summary of the Invention" introduces the concept of selectivity in a simplified form, which will be further described in the following "Embodiment". This "invention" is not intended to identify key features or essential features of the subject matter of the application, nor is it intended to assist in determining the scope of the application.

1 shows a portable device usage environment 100 in which a user 105 interacts with digital media content presented by the portable media playback device 110. In this example, portable media playback device 110 is configured to be capable of playing audio content such as MP3 files or wireless broadcast content, displaying video and pictures, and presenting other content. The user 105 will generally use the headset 120 to be private (ie, no one can hear the audio content) and the volume is suitable for the user, while still maintaining a good battery life mode for the portable media player to consume music or video. The audio content of the audio portion of the content. Headset 120 is a category of devices for presenting audio, such as known headsets, earmuffs, earpieces, and other terminology. The headset 120 will typically be configured with a pair of audio speakers (one ear per ear) or a less common single speaker, with a device that brings the speaker close to the user's ear.

2 is a perspective view of the portable media playback device 110 in which the playback device portion of the fold cover 205 is in the open position. Figure 3 is a front elevational view of the portable media playback device 110 when the flap 205 is fully open. The portable media playback device 110 is configured to include a display screen 218 and user controls 223. The display screen 218 is for supporting a graphical user interface ("GUI"), which uses a function table, a diagram, etc. (indicated by number 305 in FIG. 3) to allow the user 105 to perform media content available to the playback device 110. Find, choose, and control playback. In addition to supporting the GUI 305, the display screen 218 is also used to present video content, typically the playback device 110 is placed laterally such that the long axis of the display screen 218 is parallel to the ground.

In this example, the user control item 223 includes a gesture pad 225, referred to as a G-Pad, incorporating a conventional directional pad (ie, "D-pad") and a touch-sensitive surface, as owned by the assignee of the present application. , U.S. Patent Application Serial No. 60/987,399, entitled,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, However, other types of user controls, including traditional controls, may also be used depending on the needs of a particular implementation.

As shown in FIGS. 2 and 3, an advantageous flap 205 is rotatably secured to the body 208 of the portable media playback device 110 using a hinge 212 along the long side of the playback device. In an alternative configuration, the flap 205 is rotatably secured along the short side of the portable media playback device 100. In this example, the body 208 houses a number of components (shown in Figures 16 and 17 with accompanying textual descriptions) to aid in the functionality implemented by the playback device 110. For example, a battery, a central processing unit, a system memory, a media content storage device, and a communication interface are typically included in the body 208 for packaging efficiency. However, in an alternative configuration, the components can be split between the flap 205 and the body 208. In this case, a flexible busbar such as a ribbon connector will typically be used to couple the flap 205 to the body 208 across the hinge 212.

Many conventional hinge mechanisms are available here. In this example, the semicylindrical portion 205 off the cap 215 of the body 208 is configured to incorporate the front pillars ₂₂₈₁ and 228 or one of _two or more axes fetch latch (not shown) as the center to rotate. The axis of rotation is located at the edge of the body 208 such that the flap opens and closes like a book cover. In this example, the flap 205 has a width and height dimension that is generally similar to the body 208 such that when the flap is in the closed position, as shown in FIG. 4, the display screen 218 and the user control item 223 are covered.

The flap 205 of the media playback device thus provides protection for the display screen 218 and the user control item 223, which is a feature that is currently lacking in the media playback device. Currently, media playback devices are configured such that the screen can be accessed to a particular style of the user. However, one of the drawbacks of this style is that the display screen is easily scratched. Some accessory manufacturers have used a cover to provide a playback device to solve this problem, but this can result in a less user experience with the device. The flap 205 produces good user interaction while helping to avoid scratching the screen 218 during storage or shipping. Scratched display screens are a common consumer complaint because scratching can significantly degrade the quality of the user experience when using the display screen as a GUI and when viewing video content.

In most implementations, the hinge 212 is configured as a friction hinge such that the flap 205 and the body 208 share a common axis that blocks angular motion, typically with equal torsion. However, the hinge can also be configured in such a way that in some implementations the torque can also be varied depending on the angle of the hinge. Friction hinges, also known as torsion hinges, generally allow for smooth control action from one location to another. Thus, as shown in FIG. 5, the user can rotate the flap 205 relative to the body 208 to a desired position and then be secured by the torque provided by the hinge 212. The torque provided can be asymmetrical in some cases, so different forces can be used when opening and closing the flap 205. In alternative implementations, a pawl-type hinge that provides one or more "soft stop" or index positions between the open and closed positions of the flap 205 can be used.

Figure 5 further illustrates that the interior of the flap 205 is of a known recessed configuration, in this example, to provide a relief to the user control item 223, which is typically slightly above the surface of the body 208. Help users locate and then use controls. If any, the amount of indentation used will vary depending on the needs of the known implementation.

While in some applications the hinge 212 provides a torque sufficient to maintain the flap 205 closed, a number of configurations are used to secure the flap 205 in the closed position, or to provide a tactile feedback that the flap has been fully closed and locked. user. These configurations include traditional mechanical buckles or locking mechanisms. The hinge 212 can be additionally configured to have an eccentric action or a positive tweezer that can get stuck when the flap is fully closed.

In this particular example, as shown in FIG. 6, a set of magnetic elements can be used, with magnetic elements 602 ₁ and 602 ₂ located on fold cover 205 and body 208, respectively. The magnetic element 602 herein is a permanently aligned permanent magnet such that the flap 205 and the body 208 are magnetically attracted thereby forming a magnetic clasp when the flap is closed against the body.

The magnetic force provided by the magnetic element 602 is typically selected such that when the user accidentally bumps or bumps into the normal use of the portable media playback device 110, the flap 205 and the body 208 are sufficiently tight to maintain the flap closed. . In addition, the size of the magnetic force can be selected so that the flip cover 205 can be positively tactilely fed back to the user while meeting the magnetic force of the foldable cover that the user reasonably expects.

The magnetic force may vary depending on the material selected, the size, and the relative positions of the individual flaps 205 and the magnetic elements 602 ₁ and 602 ₂ within the body 208. In some applications, rare earth magnets having a high magnetic flux density such as samarium-cobalt or ruthenium may be used. Alternatively, a single magnet on the flap 205 or body 208 can be used, but on its opposite portion a ferromagnetic material.

Referring back to FIG. 4, the portable media playback device 110 is configured to have a set of secondary user controls 410 external to the flap 205. This advantageous implementation solves the problem that the flap 205 avoids easy access to the control device 110. Although the secondary user control 410 employed may vary depending on the implementation, it will generally provide access to the most commonly used control functions originally supported by the primary control 223 shown in FIG. In particular, the secondary user control item 410 is used as a supplemental control to allow the user 105 to use the portable media playback device 110 with the flap 205 closed. In a particular embodiment, the controls allow the user to play, pause, fast forward, reverse, skip, and adjust the volume. When the fold 205 is closed and the display screen 218 cannot be accessed, the secondary user control item 410 will generally be configured to allow the user to control the playback device 110 without reference to the GUI 305. Then, in general, the functionality supported by the secondary control item 410 will be streamlined and simplified, such as not using a branch or nested menu structure to avoid confusion for the user. In addition, each secondary user control item 410 will typically be configured as a single function control item.

According to this example, the secondary control item 410 includes a previous button 412, a play/pause button 416, and a previous button 421. Common use cases may include, for example, the user 105 opening the flap 205 to expose the display screen 218 and the main user control item 223 to select a pre-programmed music playlist, such as a favorite 1970s song. Once the playlist is selected using the GUI 305 on the display screen 218 and the primary user control 223, the user 105 can close the flap 205 and put the playback device 110 into the pocket so that there is no fear of having some keys or change in the pocket. Wait and scratch the screen.

If the user 105 wants to jump forward or backward in the playlist, it is only necessary to press the next and previous buttons 421 and 412, respectively, without opening the flap 205 to use the main user control item 223. . In some implementations, the secondary control item 410 can be configured to have unique features, such as raised portions, blocks, sharps, depressions, etc., such that each control item can be identified with a touch. In this manner, the user can browse through the playlist by touching without having to stare at the portable media playback device 110.

The portable media playback device 110 is configured to have common functions, such as a lock switch 430 and a headphone jack 436. When the lockout switch 430 is activated, the primary and secondary user controls are locked so that the playback device 110 ignores button presses or touches. In some implementations, the position sensor is used to detect the position of the flap 205 such that the secondary control 410 is locked when the flap is opened. Alternatively, it can be configured to activate the playback device 110 when the flap 205 is opened (ie, power is turned on or awake from sleep mode).

The headphone jack 436 is within the top end portion of the portable media playback device 110 and is mated with a mating plug 705 of the headset 120 as shown in FIG. In general, the playback device 110 will output a stereo signal to cause the headphone speaker 720 to produce a stereoscopic effect to the user. Therefore, the earphone speaker 720 is generally recognized as being used for the right or left ear of the user 105.

Turning now to Figures 8 and 8A, an alternate configuration of the portable media playback device 110 is shown. In this example, the flap 205 is shortened, so that only the display screen 218 is covered when closed, but the primary user control 223 is always exposed (i.e., regardless of whether the flap 205 is open or closed). This configuration may be desirable in some cases because it eliminates secondary controls and results in fewer parts, which reduces cost while still providing protection for display screen 218 and can be used as a built-in display stand (eg, 12th) Figure and Figure 13 are more detailed).

In this alternative configuration, the functionality of the user control 223 will generally change dynamically depending on the position of the flap detected by the flap position sensor. For example, the flap 205 may reduce or disable the normal full functionality of the G-pad when in the closed position to reflect that the GUI 305 is unusable. Thus when the flap 205 has been closed, the primary user control 223 can be implemented with efficiency and simplification in a manner similar to the secondary control 410 shown in FIG.

FIG. 9 shows a further alternative configuration for the portable media playback device 110. In this example, the flap 205 includes a secondary control item 410 and a secondary display screen 906. In this example, the secondary display screen 906 is relatively small compared to the primary display screen 218, which is only used to provide information such as the operational status of the playback device 110 and is not a primary GUI. For example, as shown, the secondary display screen 906 can be used to display the title of the music played in the playlist. In some cases, the characters on the secondary display screen can be scrolled (eg, horizontal or vertical), providing additional information such as singers, album names, and the like. Scrolling can occur automatically, or executed to respond to certain user inputs to the secondary control item 410.

Although the secondary display screen 906 is located on the exterior of the flap 205 and is not protected as the primary display screen 218, it is susceptible to scratching and damage, just like a conventional unprotected screen. However, since the secondary display screen 906 is a supplemental display and is not used for the primary GUI or for presenting video content, most users can tolerate a slight decrease in sharpness due to wear. In one embodiment, where device 110 also has a wireless network access function, secondary display 906 and the software used are designed to notify the user if other users are communicating with device 110 or within range of device 110. This allows the user to know if the device 110 is available to receive or transmit songs, or is receiving or transmitting songs. In an alternate embodiment, a photo or representation of a neighboring user is also displayed on the secondary display 906. For example, in a system in which the user itself has an image representation for a specific embodiment of a social network, such as a "music card" or a "music tag", the card of a nearby user is also when the user approaches Displayed on the secondary display 906. This advantage allows the user to see at a glance which of the surrounding users have compatible devices. For further information and to contact nearby users, the user can flip the device and use the full GUI. As such, the use of secondary display 906 allows the device to advantageously distinguish between notification and interactive functionality between the primary and secondary displays, depending on the purpose of each.

In addition to providing the display screen and/or user control protection functions described above, the flap 205 provides additional surface areas for customization and personalization (collectively referred to as "personalization"). In general, conventional portable media playback devices provide a single surface, typically the back of the playback device, since the user controls and display screens typically occupy the majority of the front of the playback device, so the back is used as a personalized area.

By comparison, as shown in Figures 10 and 11, the flap 205 substantially triples the surface area available for personalization, both outside and inside the lid. In these illustrative examples, the flap 205 is made entirely or partially of a metal material, such as aluminum or stainless steel, on which laser etched pictures and/or text may be used. As shown in FIG. 10, the inside of the flap 205 includes an etched picture 1006, and in FIG. 11, the outside of the flap includes an etched picture 1106 and a character scribe 1109.

In some implementations, the etched picture and text can be included on the fold cover 205 as part of a personalization plan supported by the manufacturer of the portable media playback device 110 (or an authorized representative of the manufacturer). In other cases, laser etching can be performed by an aftersales service provider. In addition to laser etching, other personalization techniques can be applied to the flap 205, including the application of envelopes made of vinyl or similar materials, stickers, lacquered coatings, and the like. These other technologies are available to manufacturers, after-sales service providers, and users. Regardless of the technology or communication mechanism used, it is assumed that the user will understand the extra space available for personalization and generate advantages.

In the case of manufacturers supporting personalization plans, consumers can purchase personalized portable media playback devices, such as through an e-commerce portal like a website, via phone or at a retail store or newsstand (kiosk) ) on the purchase. During the purchase process, consumers typically have many options, such as storage capacity, color, etc., as well as pictures and text that can be used to personalize the interior and exterior of the flap (and, in some instances, the back surface of the playback device). In one illustrative case, consumers can choose from a number of images, such as works by known or well-known artists. Consumers can also compose text to be engraved on the fold to complement the picture. The portable media player will then be personalized according to the consumer's order, usually in a central factory or distribution center, and shipped to the consumer. In other cases, the customer may provide a sample of the customized image, such as uploading the sample to a website or using a fax machine, and the manufacturer personalizes the portable media playback device based on the sample.

Figure 12 shows the other functions provided by the flap 205. The flap can be used as a built-in display stand by providing sufficient quality of the flap and configuring the hinge 212 to have sufficient torque to withstand the weight of the body 208 of the portable media playback device 110. In particular, the flaps and hinges must be configured to overcome the moment generated by the weight of the body, which torque will increase as the angle of the body to the horizontal plane decreases.

This built-in (ie, integrated) display stand function allows the playback device to be lifted up to a comfortable viewing angle that is free of the user's hand when the playback device 110 is placed on a surface such as a table top. As shown, the playback device 110 simultaneously displays the video display on the display screen 218.

The flap 205 can be additionally configured with additional functionality. For example, as shown in FIG. 13, the user control item 223 and the display screen 218 are divided on both sides of the two hinge portions of the playback device 110 such that the control item is located within the flap 205 and the display screen is located within the body 208. This alternative configuration allows the display screen 218 to be made as large as the entire length of the body 208 (although not necessarily so large). In this example, the user control 223 is located within the laterally folded flap 205, although in some implementations it can be placed straight.

Figures 12 and 13 also show a sync (i.e., sync) port 1205 that is located on the bottom surface of the portable media playback device 110 (when placed vertically) and includes a female connector. The sync port 1205 allows the playback device 110 to couple and synchronize with other devices, or to charge. For example, Figure 14 shows portable video playback device 110 operatively coupled to a personal computer (PC) 1405 using a synchronization cable 1412 that is coupled to port 1205. Connecting the portable media playback device 110 to the PC 1405 typically allows them to operatively communicate with one another to synchronize data and share media content. The male connector 1421 on one end of the synchronous cable 1412 is inserted into the female connector in the synchronous port 1205 of the portable media playback device 110, and the connector at the other end of the synchronous cable is inserted into the accessory connector 1425 in the PC 1405. .

In this example, the device-specific pairing with the dedicated connector is used to implement the male and female connectors. However, in alternative implementations, standard connectors such as USB (Universal Serial Bus) or IEEE-1394 (Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers) may be utilized. In this example, the accessory port 1425 on the PC 1405 is configured as a USB port and the sync cable 1412 is connected to the PC 1405 using a standard USB plug.

In an alternate implementation, the portable media playback device 110 can be configured to have a wireless transceiver. In this case, synchronization with the PC 1405 can be performed over a wireless network, such as using the IEEE 802.11 or Wi-Fi standard.

When the portable media playback device 110 is connected to the PC 1405 using the sync cable 1412, the built-in battery of the playback device is typically charged. When the playback device 110 is synchronizing and/or charging, using the flap 205 as a built-in display stand allows the display 218 of the playback device to be easily viewed, and the control 223 facilitates operation by the user 105. Thus, in some cases, the flap 205 may eliminate the need for the user 105 to purchase and use a separate base that typically provides a similar positioning function.

Figure 15 shows the portable media playback device 110 when coupled to the AC power adapter 1505 using the sync cable 1412. The AC power adaptor 1505 converts the AC power of the wall outlet 1510 into a DC power source, which is typically used to recharge the built-in rechargeable battery of the playback device. As with the example shown in Figure 14, the use of a fold-over as a built-in display stand allows the user to conveniently view the content presented by the portable media playback device 110 while plugging in and recharging.

Figure 16 is a simplified block diagram showing a number of illustrative functional components of portable media playback device 110. The functional components include a digital media processing system 1602, a user interface system 1608, a display unit system 1613, a power system 1617, and a data port system 1624. The digital media processing system 1602 further includes an image rendering subsystem 1630, a video rendering subsystem 1635, and an audio rendering subsystem 1638.

Digital media processing system 1602 is a central processing system for portable media playback device 110 and provides a number of similar electronic devices, such as PCs, mobile phones, personal digital assistants (PDAs), handheld gaming devices, digital recordings. The functionality provided by the processing system found in the projection system and the like.

Some of the primary functions of the digital media processing system 1602 include receiving media content files downloaded to the playback device 110, coordinating the storage of these media content files, activating specific media content files as needed, and presenting the media content files on the display for audio/video. Output to the user 105. Additional functionality of the digital media processing system 1602 also includes searching for external resources for media content files, coordinating "Digital Rights Management (DRM)" agreements for protected media content, and directly interfacing with other video recording systems. .

As mentioned above, the digital media processing system 1602 further includes three subsystems: a video presentation subsystem 1635 that controls all of the functionality associated with the video media content file, which may include MPEG (Moving Picture Experts Group) and other formats. A file, audio presentation subsystem 1638 that controls all of the functionality of the audio media content, including, for example, music in commonly used MP3 formats and other formats, and an image rendering subsystem 1630 that controls all of the content associated with the image media content Functionality, such content includes, for example, JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group), GIF (Graphic Interchange Format), and other formats. While each of the subsystems shown is logically separated, virtually every subsystem can share with each other and share hardware and software components with the portable media playback device 110, as required to meet the needs of a particular implementation.

The user interface system 1608 is functionally coupled to the digital media processing system 1602 such that the user 105 can fully control the operation of the portable media playback device 110. Display unit system 1613 is also functionally coupled to digital media processing system 1602 and may include a primary display screen 218 (Fig. 2) and a secondary display screen 906 (Fig. 9) that is selectively utilized. Display unit system 1613 also supports outputting audio through headphone jack 436 (Fig. 4) for playback of the rendered media content. Display unit system 1613 can also functionally provide for visual and/or audio output to user 105 during operation of playback device 110 to support and supplement the operation of user interface system 1608.

The data port system 1624 can also be functionally coupled to the digital media processing system 1602 and provides a mechanism for the portable media playback device 110 to interface with external systems for downloading media content. The data port system 1624 can include, for example, a data sync connector port, a network connection (which can be wired or wireless), or other connection device.

The portable media playback device 110 has a power system 1617 that provides power to the entire device, in this example, the power system 1617 is directly coupled to the digital media processing system 1602 and indirectly coupled to other systems and subsystems throughout the playback device. Power system 1617 is also directly coupled to any other system or subsystem of portable media playback device 110. In general, the power source can include a battery, a power converter/transformer, or any other conventional type of power source, portable or other form.

Figure 17 is a simplified block diagram showing a number of illustrative physical components within the portable media playback device 110 in accordance with the functional components shown in Figure 16, and in the accompanying text description (indicated by dashed lines in Figure 17) A digital media processing system 1602, a user interface system 1608, a display unit system 1613, a data connection system 1624, and a power system 1628 are included. Although each of the physical components is shown as being contained within only a single functional component in Figure 17, in practice the physical components may be shared by more than one functional component.

The physical component includes a central processor 1702 coupled to a memory controller/chipset 1706 via, for example, a multi-pin connection 1712. The memory controller/chipset 1706 can be coupled in turn to a Random Access Memory (RAM) 1715 and/or non-volatile memory 1718, such as a flash memory. These physical components coupled to the memory controller/chipset 1706 can be coupled to the hard disk drive 1721 via the controller 1725 and to the remaining functional component systems via the system bus 1730.

Within power supply system 1628, rechargeable battery 1732 is used to power the assembly using one or more connections (not shown). The battery 1732 can be coupled to the external AC power adapter 1505 in sequence, or can receive power through the synchronization cable when the synchronization cable 1412 is plugged into the PC 1405.

The display screen 218 (and the selectively used secondary display screen 906) is accompanied by a video graphics controller 1734. The earphone jack 436 and its accompanying audio controller/codec 1739 and flap position sensor 1740 are included, and these components include a display unit system 1613 and can be directly or indirectly connected to other physical components through the system bus 1730.

Both the primary user control item 223 and the secondary user control item 410 are attached to the user control interface 1742 within the user interface system 1608. Network interface 1745 and associated network interface 1748, with synchronization port 1205 and its associated controller 1752, may form the physical components of data port system 1624. These components are also connected directly or indirectly to other components through system bus 1730.

It will be appreciated that the principle of having a secondary control and a hinge configuration to provide a built-in display stand is generally applicable to devices other than media playback devices, such as mobile phones, PDAs, smart phones, handheld devices. Gaming device, hyper mobile computer, device containing many of the functional combinations provided herein, and the like.

Although the subject matter has been described with specific structural features and/or methodological steps, it is understood that the subject matter defined in the appended claims is not necessarily limited to the specific features or steps described. The specific features and steps described above are only exemplary of the scope of the application.

100. . . Portable device environment

105. . . user

110. . . Portable media player

120. . . headset

205. . . Fold cover

208. . . Ontology

212. . . Hinge

215. . . Semicylindrical part

218. . . Display screen

223. . . User control

225. . . Gesture pad

228 ₁ . . . pillar

228 ₂ . . . pillar

305. . . GUI

410. . . Secondary user control

412. . . Previous button

416. . . Play/pause button

421. . . Next button

430. . . Lock switch

436. . . Headphone jack

602. . . Magnetic component

602 ₁ . . . Magnetic component

602 ₂ . . . Magnetic component

705. . . With plug

720. . . Headphone speaker

906. . . Secondary display screen

1006. . . Etching picture

1109. . . Text scribing

1205. . . Synchronous connection埠

1405. . . personal computer

1412. . . Synchronous cable

1421. . . Male connector

1425. . . Accessory connection埠

1505. . . AC power adapter

1510. . . Wall socket

1602. . . Digital media processing system

1608. . . User interface system

1613. . . Display unit system

1617. . . Power Systems

1624. . . Data connection system

1630. . . Image rendering subsystem

1635. . . Video presentation subsystem

1638. . . Audio presentation subsystem

1702. . . CPU

1706. . . Memory controller/chipset

1712. . . Multiple pin connections

1715. . . Random access memory

1718. . . Non-volatile memory

1721. . . Hard disk drive

1725. . . Controller

1730. . . System bus

1732. . . Rechargeable battery

1734. . . Video graphics controller

1739. . . Audio controller/codec

1740. . . Folding position sensor

1742. . . User control interface

1745. . . Network connection埠

1748. . . Network interface

1752. . . Controller

Figure 1 shows an illustrative use environment in which the user listens to the audio content presented by the portable media playback device in the form of a folded cover through the earphone; Figure 2 shows the illustrated portable device in which the folding portion of the playback device is opened. 3 is a front view of the portable media player with the flap open; FIG. 4 is a perspective view of the portable media player with the flap closed; FIG. 5 is a view A bottom view of the portable media player in a plurality of positions in the range of motion from fully open to closed; and FIG. 6 is a bottom view of the portable media player in which the corresponding magnet is used to fix the flap in the closed position Figure 7 shows the operational relationship between the portable media player and a set of earphones; Figures 8 and 8A are an isometric view and a front view, respectively, of the portable media player with the flap closed; The figure is a front view of the portable media player in which the secondary cover with the flap closed and selectively utilized is incorporated into the flap; Figures 10 and 11 show the inside and outside of the flap Picture and text for personalizing the portable media player; Figure 12 shows the configuration of the foldable cover to facilitate viewing of the display of the portable media player display; Figure 13 shows the playback device control item located at fold An alternative configuration of the portable media player in the cover; Figure 14 shows the configuration of the portable media player with a synchronous ("sync") cable operatively coupled to the PC; Figure 15 shows the portable media The playback device is configured by charging the power adapter with a sync adapter; Figure 16 is a simplified block diagram showing many of the functional components of the illustrated portable media playback device; and Figure 17 is a display of the portable The media playback device illustrates a simplified block diagram of many of the physical components of the example.

The same reference numbers in the drawings represent the same elements. Elements are not drawn to scale unless otherwise indicated.

110. . . Portable media player

205. . . Fold cover

208. . . Ontology

212. . . Hinge

215. . . Semicylindrical part

218. . . Display screen

223. . . User control

225. . . Gesture pad

228 ₁ . . . pillar

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Claims (11)

A portable media playback device includes: a body having a weight configured to receive a digital media processing system and a display screen, the digital media processing system interfacing with the display screen to use image or video Forming the digital media content; a flap configured to be positionable by a user between an open position and a closed position, the fold exposing the display screen in the open position, and in the closed position Covering the display screen, when in the open position, the fold further functions as an integrated display stand to function such that when resting on a surface, the display screen remains erected relative to the fold And a hinge configured to couple the flap to the body in an articulated manner, wherein the flap has sufficient mass and the hinge has sufficient torque to counter the body The weight. The portable media playback device of claim 1, wherein the hinge is selected from one of a friction hinge or a pawl hinge. The portable media playback device of claim 1, further comprising a set of one or more primary user controls disposed within the body and coupled to the digital media processing system. The portable media playback device of claim 1, further comprising a set of one or more primary user controls disposed within the fold and coupled to the digital media processing system and exposed The user manipulates on an inner portion of the flap. The portable media playback device of claim 3, further comprising one or more secondary user controls disposed within the fold and coupled to the digital media processing system and exposed for use The person controls on an outer portion of the flap. The portable media playback device of claim 5, wherein the secondary controls are configured to perform a subset of the functions provided by the primary user controls. The portable media playing device of claim 1, further comprising a primary display screen on an outer surface of the folding cover. The portable media playback device of claim 3, wherein the fold cover is configured to cover the display screen and the primary user controls when in the closed position. The portable media playback device of claim 5, wherein the secondary user control comprises at least one of playing, pausing, fast forwarding, inverting, skipping, and adjusting the volume. The portable media playback device of claim 1, further comprising a latch mechanism configured to be in the closed position Secure the flap tightly. The portable media playing device of claim 10, wherein the latching mechanism comprises a magnet located in the body, the magnet and a corresponding magnet in the folding cover when the folding cover is closed or partially closed Or ferromagnetic materials are attracted.